Many people believe that they can earn salvation by following a set of rules or by being generally good. However, the Bible clearly states that no one is righteous on their own. Our salvation is not based on our own self-righteousness or good deeds.
As I sit here with my cup of coffee and my warm blanket, I imagine us sitting together, as I express my heart on a particular topic that continues to be on my mind lately.
Topic: Who has greater influence, Moses or Jesus? (Hebrews 3:1-6)
The title “influencer” means: The power to affect the decisions of others because of his or her authority, knowledge, position or relationship with their audience.
This is a reminder that disobedience to God's commands and disregard for His holiness does not go unnoticed. God is patient and merciful, but there comes a point when He will pass judgment.
Life is filled with fiery trials and situations that test our faith, challenge our resolve and stretch our endurance. These "fires" can come in the form of persecution, loss, hardship, opposition or even spiritual battles. But for the child of God, no fire is ever faced alone.
Even though Daniel couldn’t control his circumstances, he could control himself; that is, he had the liberty to control his thoughts, his words, his actions, his motives and his heart. And he did.
This is the language of promise. This is the language of hope. This is the language of salvation. God is bringing something new to replace the old. He will save his people.
